What Should You Check Before Calling an HVAC Repair Company?
Now is not the time to be without heat, as cold weather is just around the corner. What do you do if your furnace breaks down or doesn’t provide enough heat? Maintenance costs on a furnace are mostly affordable, and a technician should be able to provide a clear picture of your heating system. Proper […]
How to Prepare Your Outside Faucets for Winter
As the cold and unpredictable Ohio weather creeps in, there are many things a homeowner should do to prepare for the winter months ahead. While you go through your winter prep checklist, don’t forget to inspect and turn off the outside faucets. The perfect time of year to do this is in the fall, before […]
7 Things You Should NOT Put Down Your Garbage Disposal
Garbage disposals can be great appliances. If you have a more expensive one – one that will actually grind up food – then you are lucky. Make sure you know the proper way to take care of garbage disposal and which foods should not be thrown into it. Garbage disposals can last between five and […]
What Are the Biggest Mistakes in DIY Plumbing?
It is not recommended that every homeowner do their own plumbing repairs, but some are tempted to take matters into their own hands. In any situation, it’s always best to leave the larger and more difficult repairs to a professional. If you choose the “do-it-yourself” (DIY) way for minor repairs, make sure to proceed with […]
No Hot Water: How to Troubleshoot Your Hot Water Heater
There are numerous problems that can occur with any water heater, and sometimes it may take a little bit of creativity to overcome some of the issues. Troubleshooting a hot water heater is something that most homeowners have to deal with during the lifespan of a particular system. Problems that receive the most attention are […]
Is It Time for a New Dishwasher?
A dishwasher is expensive, and it’s one appliance that is not entirely necessary in the kitchen. Therefore, homeowners have a tendency to wait as long as possible when it comes to buying a new dishwasher. Most dishwashers are meant to last only about a decade. But like other malfunctioning home appliances, a broken dishwasher can […]
Do I Need to Buy a New Furnace?
To repair or replace heating equipment – that is the question. The first thing you should find out is how much is a new furnace designed specifically for your home will cost. Other factors to consider include how quickly it will take to recoup the money you spend on a new unit, and if it […]
Selecting a New Kitchen Faucet
Every home has to have one – a faucet is an important part of your daily life. Just think about how many times a day you use your kitchen faucet. Knowing the number of uses it receives on a daily basis, it’s important that you select the right one for you and your family. There […]
My Kitchen Sink Smells Terrible: What Are Some Causes and Fixes?
Do you have horrible smells coming from your kitchen sink? There are many reasons your kitchen sink smells awful, and most are easy to fix without having to call in a professional. What Are the Major Causes of a Smelly Sink? A buildup of soap scum, grease, food particles or rotting food can all contribute […]